Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 133, Number 51, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 22 December 2011 — Page 12

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Sweet success for candy-making winner

Edtto* J NAPPANEE - The winner of a candy-making contest earned neraelf sweet {success for her recipe for Butter Almond Toffee, i The contest was held in conjunction with Gropes Commons' , first holiday open house and Nappanee's (Second Saturdays events for December. Seven entries {were taste-tested by lucky judges Alta Molebash, Ralph McCoy and Ron Bale, {who each determined the {winner by a numerical scale accumulated after evaluating each by its appearance, {texture and consistency. > The contest, sponsored by JCey Bank and the Nappanee Chamber of Commerce and posted by Coppes, gave >SO to the first place winder, Angie Honeycutt’ S3O {to the second place winner {Carol Helmudw and S2O to {die third place winner, Mary Pugh. ! Businesses within the Coppes Commons building (401 E. Market St.) also offered specials to die customers and die praise team ifrom die United Methodist Church was on hand to fill {the air with musical ambiance. As well as the staple I .

Better technology at EGH

ELKHART - Elkhart General Hospital now offers the area's first and only 128-slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner. Considered the next evolution in radiology technology, the new scanner provides 2D and 3D imaging for the most accurate and confident diagnoses in areas suchas Cardiology, Oncology and Neurology. According to Board Certified Diagnostic Radiologist, Samir Patel, MD, not only does the scanner contribute to improved access to equipment within Elkhart General, it also provides safer patient care as die technology allows for lower doses of radiation over time. "The new 128-slice CT scanner delivers unprecedented image quality and detail at the lowest possible radiation dose to the

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stores (Light of Grace Book Store, Plain and Fancy Gourmet Kettle, The Teapot k More and Nappanee Bakery and Twat Shoppe) about 18 business shared a sampling of their wares and offered deals, giveaways and discounts at Gropes in the Countryside Snoppes Showcase where visitors were invited to "Browse Ask Discover." The initiative was begun to invite shoppes located in the country to show what they make and sell to people visiting in town. Other vendors featured Dec. 10 included: Burlington

patient," said Dr. Patel. "This scanner will also provide die fastest, least-inva-sive and highest-resolution scans in the region." Dr. Patel also cites the location of the scanner in the Hospital's Emergency Department (ED) as an essential setting for the new equipment "Mom than 40 percent of CT scam atfllkhart General originate in die Emergency Department," Dr. Patel said. "If patients are brought in through die ED and it is determined that they need a scan, the CT scan can be performed right there instead of in the Radiology Department. This translates into a faster scan, less transportation time and better patient care." The 128-Slice CT is considered one of the most important methods of radiological diagnosis.

Community

Bike Shop; Dana Parciak aka. The Coaster Lady; die Psi lota Xi Eta Zeta Chapter; DuWayne Hochstetler with Pridandim products; Kamrin Barnes' Simply Said designs; Anthony Mantell's private investigation services; Stephen Hochstetler's Custom Kitchen/Bath and Cabinets k Powerline Woodworking; Emily Bean with Scentsy products; lan Fawcett for Cornerstone Ag Products; Christina Miller's Expressions of Faith; Christena Kurtz selling ). R. Watkins naturals; and many others.

It delivers non-super-imposed, cross-sectional images of the body, which can show smaller contrast differences than conventional X-ray images. This allows better visualization of soft-tissue regions, for example, which could not otherwise be adequately viewed. World-renowned medical institutions, such Ms die Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins Hospital have also adopted mis technology because of its speed, reduced radiation aoses and application potential. Applications include, but are not limited to diagnosing cancer, evaluating injuries to skeletal structures and detecting and diagnosing vascular disease. For more information, call 574-523-3303 or visit, www.egh.org online.

Santa, from page 11

Logan Perry I would ask Santa, "Why do you give presents to people?" I would get my dog Nitre a dog house because he listens to my family. Isaiah Schwartz I would ask Santa, "Will you bring me a Nintendo DSIT I would get my mom a Santa hat because she will look funny. roc snepnera I would ask Santa, "Can I have a Nerf gun, chain gun?" I would get my friend C.J. a monster truck because he asked me for one. Courtnie. I would get ask Santa, Braydon a brand SllTa new car because Nintendo I would hope he Twouid gets Ws driver’s get my friend license. a Barbie Logan Beachy because she's nice. Jordan Tipton I would ask Santa, "How old are you?" I would get my friend Cynthia a cat

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Kiwanis donates - it.*, i tM Photo provided Members of Nappanee Noon Kiwanis donated a check for $1,500 to Family Christian Center for holiday dinners and in appreciation of all the programs the center has in place for the community. ,Ffom left are members Mary Pugh, Ken Woodcox and Sandy Toney.

Creative workshops scheduled for 2012

BREMEN - Creative Chameleon Writing Services will offer workshops to guide people on how to write a life story or a family history. Starting in January, sessions will be held in South Bend and Goshen. Susan Miller, owner of Creative Chameleon Writing Services, will facilitate the workshops. She is a personal historian and professional writer with more than 20 years of experience. "Many people want to write their life story or the history of their family, but don't know where to begin," Miller said. "Oiganizing the

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because she's me best friend Cynflrialkefo I would ask Santa, "Will you bring me a Crayola art game?" I would get my grandma a bear because I love her so much. Layla Vargas I would ask Santa, "What do you want for Christmas?" I would get my friend Katie a newborn kitty because she likes them. lOuu Washington I would ask Santa, "Can I have a new biker I would get my sister Carlie a book because she like to read. Katie Wenz I would ask Santa, "Do you really have a reindeer named Rudolphr I would get Ellie, my sister, a Littlest Pet Shop because she likes them. Cameron Yoder I would ask Santa, "How do you make toysr I would get Mrs. Wiliams a necklace because I love her. Paige Yoder I would ask Santa, "Can you please get me one more teacup Yorkie?" I would get my mom a beautiful wedding dress because I love my family.

information can be overwhelming and the thought of writing is often intimidating." The workshop, "Blueprint: Starting your story," will guide participants in figuring out what to do with their story (for example, should it be a written story, or is the storv in a collection of photos?). A discussion on writing a legacy letter (a statement of personal beliefs) and tips on oiganizing stories will also be covered. The workshop meets one time for 90 minutes. Cost is S3B per person and participants will receive interview questions and outlines for

starting the writing process. South Bend sessions are scheduled Thursdays from 10 to ll:30 ajn.: Jan 19,’jan. 26, Feb. 9, and Feb. 16 at the South Bend Regional Museum of Art, Century Center, downtown Soutn Bend. Goshen sessions are scheduled Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Jan 18, Jan. 25, Feb. 8, and Feb. 15 at Bricolage, 206 S. Main St., downtown Goshen. More details can be found online at www.ccwms.com or call 574-274-3271 to register. Registration deadline is one week before each session.